Our Story

Every Brand has their own unique story, so do we.

Empyrean — What’s in a Name?

The word Empyrean comes from ancient cosmology. It refers to the highest heaven—the realm of pure light and fire.


For us, it stands for elevated ideals. Craftsmanship. Travel. Longevity. Purpose. Products that rise above the ordinary.

Our story

A Flea Market Find That Started It All

It began with a leather bag from 1945.
Found at a small local flea market, it was worn, timeworn—but undeniably well-crafted. The kind of quality that whispers stories from another era. Holding it, we thought: This is what real sustainability looks like. Not synthetic. Not disposable. Just pure craftsmanship made to last a lifetime.

That moment sparked the idea for Empyrean.

Crafted with Intention. Made with Meaning.

Our journey led us far from that flea market—to the Zhejiang province of China, where we met Jiedy Zhi.


A passionate artisan and a kindred spirit. Together, we dreamed of a better kind of travel gear—sustainable, practical, and made with care.

SilverJet 1.0

The first chapter of Empyrean.
Designed with a full cotton interior to reduce synthetic fibers.

Built for those who travel light—but live deeply. Silverjet 1.0 is our commitment to functional design, low-impact materials, and timeless aesthetics.

The Road Ahead

We’re just getting started.


Inspired by that original leather bag, we're developing a range of heritage-quality leather goods—reviving old-world durability with a modern edge. Each product is a step toward our vision of travel as it should be: slow, intentional, and beautifully equipped.

Thank You for Being Here

Empyrean isn’t just a brand. It’s a belief.
That sustainability means choosing better, not more. That design should serve both the planet and the people who use it. That great journeys deserve great gear.

We’re honored to have you with us.

Our Road towards Sustainability

Read where we are and what we are working on.

About our impact

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Our Team

Meet our team

Timofay Kostenko

CEO & Creative Direction

An Xiong

Marketing Manager

Matthias Kohler

Product Manager & Customer Service